An Americanist
Welcome to An Americanist, your go-to solo podcast for a quick and snarky dive into the current events and politics shaping our nation! As a daily extension of the An Americanist blog, I’m here to break down the headlines that matter—Monday through Friday—without the fluff and filler.
In each bite-sized episode, I tackle the latest political news, dissect current events, and share my unfiltered thoughts, all with a sprinkle of humor and a touch of sass. From legislative shenanigans to social issues stirring the pot, I’ll keep you informed and entertained in just a few minutes each day.
Join me as we explore the stories that impact America and remind ourselves why an engaged citizenry is essential for our democracy. Whether you’re commuting, grabbing coffee, or taking a break, An Americanist Daily is the perfect way to stay in the loop without sacrificing your time or sense of humor.
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Episodes
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Inside DHS Turmoil And A Wave Of Tragedies Among Young Creators
A wave of devastating headlines sets the tone: young creators with massive followings gone too soon, one a mental health advocate whose death deepens the ache and the questions. We step back from the scroll to look for patterns beneath the shoc...
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From USOs To Disney Tragedies: Sorting Fact From Hype
Headlines don’t slow down to check themselves, so we do. We open with a surge of USO reports near U.S. waterways sourced from a popular UFO tracking app, then pressure-test the claims: how are sightings verified, who filters duplicates, and whe...
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10:44
Friday Thoughts And A Shave
Headlines screamed about a flashy gambling scandal, but we weren’t buying the outrage. Instead, we turned the mic toward something personal and practical: the day we chose to stop hiding hair loss and start living bald on purpose. From the last...
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From Loan Forgiveness To A Referee’s Fall And A London Coffee Crackdown
Three headlines, one thread: how rules shape the lives we actually live. We kick off with the latest twists in student loan forgiveness and income-driven repayment plans, walking through court pauses, acronyms, and the messy reality facing mill...
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13:43
She Tried To Raise A Doll, Someone Hid A Camera, And A $3 Spin Made A Million
Ever thought about walking away at a perfect round number? We open with a real creative crossroads: pushing to one thousand episodes versus pivoting to a short, live X Space before the morning rush. That question about platform, energy, and pur...
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12:51
From Tone-Deaf Posts To Plastic Surgery Pressure: Culture, Clout, And Consequences
Headlines can be loud and hollow, but the stakes underneath them are real. We start with a celebrity anniversary post that tried to be edgy and landed squarely in the wrong month, raising hard questions about timing, tone, and how public figure...
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12:06
A Landmark Weed Lawsuit, Sticker Shock At Restaurants, And Southwest’s New Boarding Rules Explained
A quiet weekend winds into a not-so-quiet question: what happens when your neighbor’s choices flood your home? We unpack a striking D.C. case where a 76-year-old resident won a court order stopping secondhand cannabis smoke from seeping into he...
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11:01
Airports, Cold Cases, and AirTags
A loudspeaker blares propaganda through a busy terminal. Screens flash messages no one authorized. People freeze, look up, and wonder who’s actually in control. That’s where we begin—at the intersection of public trust, connected systems, and t...
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13:10
Peace plans, pancakes, and pricey pout—what could go wrong?
The morning starts heavy and honest. We confront reports of Hamas carrying out public executions in Gaza mere hours after a high-profile peace plan was signed—an unsettling collision of ceremony and reality. I don’t linger on gore, but I refuse...
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9:25
Cheese, Chickens, and a Jackpot
Your cheese might be hiding more than flavor. We dig into new research showing widespread microplastics in dairy—why aged cheeses often carry higher particle counts than fresh, how packaging and processing contribute, and a few low-effort habit...
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11:02
From Houston to Heteropessimism: What could go wrong?
A city reels, leaders insist on calm, and the numbers won’t stop echoing: sixteen bodies discovered in Houston’s bayous this year. We walk straight into the tension between fear and fact—what officials mean by “no evidence,” what communities he...
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9:47
Hollywood sequels, messy comebacks, and a coaching cliffhanger
Sequels, scandals, and sideline drama meet at the crossroads of second chances. We dive into reports that Mel Gibson’s Passion of the Christ follow-up is moving ahead in Rome with a completely new cast, unpacking why a clean slate might be the ...
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10:25
Half the Day, Gone to Emails: A Rant on Burnout, Tech, and What Work Should Feel Like
A parking spot standoff sets the tone for a blunt look at a headline that won’t die: half of our workday is supposedly swallowed by “busy work.” We unpack what that really means, where the numbers feel inflated, and where the pain is absolutely...
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11:24
Cocaine, chatbots, and crunchy yogurt walk into a bar
Grief, heat, and a plate of ants—today’s conversation pulls no punches. We open with a disturbing report from Brazil about a couple found dead in a motel bathtub, where alleged 122°F water and a space heater, combined with alcohol and cocaine, ...
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12:08
From NFL Scandal to Ambulance Birth to an Unlikely Love Story
Headlines can turn a life into a single sentence—until you slow down and hear the human story inside. We open with the Indianapolis alley confrontation involving former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez: a late-night bar scene, a 69-year-old grease ...
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16:49
Scent Alarm, Side-Eye, and Dear Abby
Coffee-scented wake-up calls? We start with a quirky hotel experiment rolling out across Asia Pacific: an alarm clock that swaps buzzers for breakfast aromas like coffee, bacon, blueberry muffins, and regional picks. It’s playful and a little p...
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13:57
From “married my brother” to “Professor Vajastan” to “Ryder Cup Rambo”—today’s tour of weird
Shock can be a shortcut, but it’s also a compass—pointing us toward the places where institutions, media, and public trust collide. Today we pull on three threads that lit up our feeds: sweeping claims of immigration fraud in Minneapolis tied t...
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11:24
When Weddings Starve, Pizza Delivers: Viral etiquette, smart ring chaos at the airport, and the $30k baby-name business
A hungry guest orders pizza at an eight-hour wedding, a smart ring swells and blocks a flight, and a consultant charges $30,000 to name babies—three viral headlines that sound ridiculous until you dig into the rules, risks, and status games und...
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12:19
A morning where Pride loses sponsors, YouTube pays Trump, and a mom strips to make a point
A rough Tuesday turns into a sharp tour through culture’s pressure points—money, speech, and protest—told through three stories that won’t sit quietly. We start with major Florida cities canceling Pride events after sponsor dollars dry up, then...
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10:47
When Veterans Snap: Examining Recent Tragedies and Personal Growth
The beautiful innocence of childhood provides a stark contrast to the troubling headlines that dominate our news cycle. This morning's reflections begin with a heartwarming story about a weekend park adventure with my grandson, who surprised me...
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15:41
Weird News and Weekend Plans: From Crime Updates to Movie Marathons
Every Friday brings a chance to reflect on the week's most thought-provoking stories, and this episode doesn't disappoint. While driving to work with "Carol" by the Rolling Stones playing, I found myself wondering about other songs featuring wo...
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10:20
Quiet Time Surcharges and Other Hospitality Industry Absurdities
Ever been blindsided by a strange charge on your restaurant bill? Imagine finishing a peaceful meal only to discover a 20% "quiet time surcharge" tacked on simply because you dined during off-peak hours. According to one customer's account, a r...
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12:15
The Witch Hunt on Charlie Kirk
Ready for a wild news day? We're diving into three jaw-dropping stories that'll have you questioning reality.First up, a truly disturbing revelation: a Jezebel writer proudly admitted to hiring witches from Etsy to curse Charlie Kirk ju...
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10:35
From Deadly Lightning to Political Tension: A Morning Roundup
Lightning strikes in the most unexpected ways. The mystery of two young elk hunters found dead in Colorado has finally been solved with a shocking twist – they were instantly killed by lightning, leaving only slight burns on their bodies. It's ...
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